Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance
Manistee City Council Candidate Forum
The Manistee City Council Candidate Forum on September 14th was a success! Thank you to everyone, we had over 60 people in attendance! We had relevant and valuable discussions about housing needs, business growth, economic development, childcare, and incentives for development.

Local government, like our City Council, has a tremendous impact on our community's current and prospective growth. These Forums help to ensure that we have forward-thinking leaders who are going to support development and incentives, focusing on the bigger picture.

Special thanks to all the candidates in attendance, our moderator Henry Wolf (Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance), refreshment sponsor - Blarney Castle Oil & Propane, and West Shore Community College.
Featuring (from left to right) Wes Smith (District 2), and Councilmember Lynda Beaton (District 2).
Video courtesy of Manistee PEG TV.
VOTE NOVEMBER 7TH

Polls are open from 7 AM - 8 PM for you to cast your vote.

Find your local city clerk HERE.

View the Official Candidate and Proposal list for Manistee County HERE.

Your vote matters!
Northwest Michigan Housing Summit
The Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, Stacie Bytwork, President & CEO, and Marc Miller, Economic Development Director attended the 9th annual Northwest Michigan Housing Summit October 25 - 27, 2023.
The State of Michigan Business – A 2024 Outlook

When: Thursday, Nov. 9, 9:30 - 11:00 AM

What to expect: Take a deep dive into the state’s economic competitiveness and what Michigan employers can expect in the coming year. We’ll examine the current state of Michigan’s business climate and the latest trends affecting job growth and development.
SAVE THE DATE
Northern Michigan Policy Conference
January 19, 2024
The Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance is a coalition of 16 chambers and economic development organizations from across northern Michigan. Our coalition exists to advocate for rural northern Michigan and move forward with rural-centric business policy.

Focus is given to supporting the success of existing northern Michigan businesses, developing and attracting a talented workforce in northern Michigan, and maximizing the competitiveness of the rural northern Michigan business environment. The Alliance includes nine Partners, one Supporting Partner, six Associate Partners, and over 7,000 member businesses from across northern Michigan.

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